Accessories

June 30, 2008

Shoe Style VII

Hi Guys....I know you probably thought I forgot about our "date" to go shoe shopping...I would  NEVER leave you guys hanging!!!!!!!!  Come on...let's start shopping........you know the drill....let me know your favorite!!!

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Images 1-5 courtesy of Heather Waraksa....Images 6-9 courtesy of John Partridge...Images 10-14 courtesy of Jasmine Star....thanks to all of the oh-so-fabulous photographers...YOU ALL ROCK!!

May 16, 2008

Shoe Style VI

Happy Friday Guys....It's the weekend so let's have fun and do a little "Shoe Shopping"!  Our fabulous selection today is courtesy of the amazingly talented photography of Susan Bordelon.  Susan is wonderful and we love it when she drops by the "cafe"....let's start shopping and let me know what's your favorite!!! 

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CHECK OUT THE RED SOLES ON #5...FABULOUS!

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AGAIN...CHECK OUT THE SOLES AND I LOVE THE POLKA DOTS!

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Have a great weekend guys and I'll announce our "Contest Winner" on Monday!

April 11, 2008

Shoe Style V - Part II

Hi Guys......I received so many emails about TBC's Shoe Style V feature, so I thought I would start the weekend off with Part II of the fabulous shoe images sent to us from Marie Labbancz.  So let's start shopping and you know "the drill"........let me know which one is a must have for ya!....Enjoy!!!

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CONTESTANT #1...Designer is Jimmy Choo....FABULOUS!

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CONTESTANT #2.... Designer is Kenneth Cole!

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CONTESTANT #3...Designer is Manolo Blahnik....oh-so-sexy!

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CONTESTANT #4....Designer is Saugus Shoes!

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CONTESTANT #5....Designer is Vera Wang!

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CONTESTANT #6....Designer is Christian Louboutin....BEAUTIFUL!

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CONTESTANT #7....Designer is Cynthia Rowley!

Thanks Marie for the awesome images....have  a great weekend everyone!!

March 31, 2008

Shoe Style V

Happy Monday Guys...I hope you all had a wonderful weekend and I hope you are ready for a little "Shoe Shopping"!  You guys are in for a treat today.....all I can say is FABULOUS!!!   TBC's guest today is the oh-so-amazing and wonderful Marie Labbancz....Marie sent me images of the most incredible shoes...I couldn't wait to share them with you in true "Contestant Style".....Enjoy Guys and let me know which pair is a "must have" for you!! 

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CONTESTANT #1....Designer is Bettye Muller...Marie told me that the bride made the bows herself to give the shoe a more "festive" look....gorgeous!

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CONTESTANT #2...Designer is Carmen Marc Valvo...a sexy little slip-on!

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CONTESTANT #3...Designer is Christian Lacroix....OMG...love these.... and Marie you are amazing..they look as if they are floating on a cloud...such beautiful images!

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CONTESTANT #4...Designer is Christian Louboutin...Christian made a "blue sole wedding shoe" so the sole was the bride's "something blue".  Marie shared with me that the green matched the green sash on the bride's Monique Lhuillier gown.  She had it special made in Paris....WOW!!!!!!!

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CONTESTANT #5...Designer is Jimmy Choo....now these are HOT!!!!!!  The bride wore them for her November wedding!

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CONTESTANT #6  Designer is Jimmy Choo...so sexy and just simply STUNNING!

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CONTESTANT #7...Designer is Anne Klein....The bride wanted a way to tie in pink to her outfit...she had an all "pink theme"!

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CONTESTANT #8...Surprise Guys...I don't know the Designer...but I love these rain boots...how cute..what a fun idea...it just makes the day more special!

Thanks so much Marie for all of the GORGEOUS images....this was so much fun...no worries guys....Marie will be back at the "cafe" soon!!

March 11, 2008

It's In The Bag!

Handbags..that is!!!  I am so excited to have as TBC's feature guest, Moyna, the fabulous handbag designer.  Whatever your style, she is sure to have the perfect "bag" for you. Please visit her on-line store to see her fabulous collection.  I had the pleasure to speak with Moyna a couple of  weeks ago and guys......she is truly wonderful and very inspiring....thanks Moyna for stopping by the cafe!  So without further ado....check out TBC's chat with the oh-so-talented and gracious, Moyna....Enjoy!

TBC:  What inspires you as a designer?

Moyna:  Different things...it could be something in nature...a flower or changing seasons, a particular pattern or texture in a fabric, the environment...I find different things act as stimuli and inspires me to interpret them in various ways in my bags using fabrics, techniques and workmanship from India.  All of my bags have extensive detail and a certain amount of embellishment in them.

TBC:  How would one choose the perfect handbag for their wedding gown?

Moyna:  Since my bags are embellished, I usually suggest that the handbag go with the detail on the gown, the embroidery or embellishment, so it does not clash.  I sometimes suggest the bride match it to her jewelery - pearls or diamonds, gold or silver - since I feel a handbag can be like a piece of "jewelery".  I also consider the shoes being worn...so it is a combination of factors.

TBC:  What are some of the materials that you use when designing your beautiful handbags and what is your favorite material to use?

Moyna:  I always work with silk fabrics...a soft satin is lovely for a bridal bag.  Crystals and pearls are also my favorite when working on a bridal design.

TBC:  What are the "essential items" that a bride should have inside her handbag?

Moyna: That can be very personal, but I feel there should always be room for tissue, lipstick and a compact.  Some brides like to have their personal camera for the party after and maybe a credit card or some cash.

Thanks Moyna......and now let's do a little shopping!!!

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Guys, it's going to be hard trying to pick a "favorite"!  I would like one of each!

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Okay, now this is one of my favorites, I have the perfect dress to go with it!  I love all the details..very elegant!!

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Okay, this one too..I love the color, the design and the shape!

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Simply Beautiful..love all the detail work!

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"A little something blue"!

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What a fun and sexy bag!

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I love them all...I just can't pick a favorite... let me know what's yours!

February 01, 2008

Shoe Style IV

Happy Friday Guys!!!!!!  Can you believe it's February 1st, WOW, time flies when you are having fun and we are truly having fun at the cafe!!!!!  So let's start the month off with our "Shoe Style Feature"!  Today's incredible shoes are courtesy of the oh-so-fabulous and beautiful, Mel Barlow.  Not only is Mel an awesome photographer, but she is truly a terrific person.  I got a chance to speak with her last week and she is oh-so-sweet!!!  Okay guys.......let's start shopping and please let me know your favorites!!!!!!  Enjoy and have a great weekend!!!!!!!!

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WOW!!!!!!!  Check out the "bling-bling"!!!!!!

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Love the sexy sandal!!!!!!!

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These are my favorites, so sexy and so girly!!!!!!

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Love the bow detail, very elegant!!!!!

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Thanks Mel for stopping by the cafe today and guys, Mel will be back next week with a beautiful wedding for us!!!!!!!

January 09, 2008

Shoe Style III

Okay Guys.......it's time for our monthly shoe shopping trip!  Today's stylish pics are from the amazing photography of Victor Sizemore.  You have got to check out Victor's site to view some of the most beautiful weddings.......he truly tells the couple's story in the images and not to worry, Victor will be back at the cafe soon!  Now let's start shopping and let me know which pair is your favorite!!!!!  Enjoy!!!!!!!

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How cool are these.....truly for the "stylish bride"!

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So lovely!

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Love these, totally love these!!!!!!!!

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I love the pattern on these.....so beautiful!!!!!!!

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Neat shot Victor!!!!!

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All I can say is ...........WOW!!!!!!!!!

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Love the sexy slip-on!

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Don't you just love the beading on these!!!!!!

Thanks Victor, we love shopping for the shoes!!!!!!!

December 06, 2007

Shoe Style - Part II

Last month when I did a feature on "Shoe Style", it was such a huge hit that I decided to feature "Shoe Style - Part II"!  All the lovely photos today are courtesy of  the oh-so-fabulous photographer, Chenin Boutwell of Boutwell Studio in CA.  I love, love, love, her work!!!!!  You must visit the website and be prepared to jam on some rocking music while you take the tour.  Thanks Chenin for dropping by the cafe........okay guys, let's do a little shoe shopping!!!!!!!!

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Love these, check out the pointed toe and the lovely broach.  So elegant!

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Gotta have the sexy sandal!

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Love the "bow detail"!  How sweet is that!!!

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Love the silver, simply beautiful!

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Note the design on the open toe!

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Check out the "bling bling" detail!

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Great Shot Chenin!  Love the touch with the pearls!

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Pretty shoes (and pretty pedicure)! Very lovely shoe shot!!!!!  Okay guys,  let me know which pair is your favorite and Chenin will be back at the cafe soon with photos from a beautiful wedding!  Thanks Chenin!!!!!!!!

November 14, 2007

Shoe Style

Today's post is all about the "shoes"!  I love to see what my brides have selected to take that most important walk down the aisle.  So I asked two of my favorite photographers, Eleise Theuer and Kate Triano, to send me some of their wedding "shoe shots".  Thanks ladies for the wonderful photos and such a great mix!  I hope the selections will inspire you and let me know which pair is your favorite.  The first six photos are by Eleise and the last six were shot by Kate.

Okay guys, let's do a little "shoe shopping"!  Enjoy!!!!!!

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Check out the detail of the "knot".

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I love the lace detail on these, so lovely!

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Gotta love the Jimmy Choo!

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Love the bow!

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How sexy are these Manolo Blahnik.....we know these would be Carrie Bradshaw's pick!

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Just toooo cute!!!!!!!

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The shoes are cute but I am really loving the mirror!!!!!

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An elegant pair!

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Love the buckle detail!

I hope you guys have been inspired to go out and shop for the perfect pair for your special day!

   

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